Description
This Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad combines creamy mayonnaise, tangy mustard, and sweet pickle relish with tender elbow macaroni and chopped boiled eggs, delivering a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a hearty side on warm days.
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 3 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
Salad Mix
- 10 eggs (boiled and peeled)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 cup celery (diced)
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise (preferably Dukes)
- 1/3 cup sweet pickle relish (alternatively chopped sweet or dill pickles)
- 1/3 cup yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni: Prepare the elbow macaroni according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the cooked pasta thoroughly to remove excess water and place it in a large mixing bowl to cool slightly.
- Prepare the salad ingredients: Chop the boiled and peeled eggs into small pieces. Finely chop the onion and dice the celery into small, bite-sized pieces to add crunch and flavor to the salad.
- Combine all ingredients: Add the chopped eggs, onion, and celery to the bowl with the macaronis. Then, add the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix thoroughly: Use a large spoon to mix all ingredients evenly, ensuring the dressing coats the macaroni and other components completely.
- Chill before serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the macaroni salad for several hours or overnight. This resting period allows flavors to meld and the salad to cool for optimal taste.
Notes
- For best taste, refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving to let the flavors blend.
- You can substitute sweet pickle relish with chopped dill pickles if preferred for a tangier flavor.
- Use mayonnaise brands you trust for creaminess and flavor, Dukes mayonnaise is recommended.
- Adjust smoked paprika and mustard quantities to your taste preference.
- Serve chilled as a side dish for barbecues, picnics, or lunch boxes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: deviled egg macaroni salad, easy pasta salad, picnic salad, macaroni salad with eggs, creamy macaroni salad
